Spanish/Female/Photographer: A story half told

13 Nov 2018 - 24 Nov 2018

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12 Star Gallery

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London

Spain joined the ranks of the nations that embraced the new medium of photography very shortly after its invention in the XIX century. Over time it has contributed to the development of this important element of European cultural heritage with many names of note and continues to do so to this day. However, the work and achievements of its female photographers have, largely, been ignored or half told.

This exhibition aims – albeit very humbly – to redress the balance by opening a window to the work of nine contemporary Spanish female artists who use photography as a medium, and whose work is largely unknown to UK audiences. The works presented in the exhibition open up a dialogue around themes of representation and visibility at a time when traditional roles are in flux.